The Polar Times STAFF FUNCTIONS

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Cliff Bekkedahl
Managing Editor

Responsible for planning and developing the theme and content of each issue of The Polar Times. Directs and coordinates the efforts of the Arctic and Antarctic editors, reviews the material they submit for inclusion in the publication and works in concert with the Production Editor and printers to ensure the timely production and distribution of the magazine.

Herb Drury & Moki Kokoris
Guest Arctic Editors

Responsible for submission of material involving activities loosely defined as "north of the Arctic Circle." Solicit articles and graphics from sources concerning scientific, commercial, human interest and related subjects associated with, or incident to, people and events in the northern reaches of the hemisphere. Edits as necessary. Coordinates efforts with contributors and the Managing Editor to achieve the goals and themes established for each issue of the magazine.

Jeff Rubin
Antarctic Editor

Responsible for submission of material involving activities loosely defined as "Antarctica and the islands of the Southern Ocean." Solicits articles and graphics from sources concerning scientific, commercial, human interest and related subjects associated with, or incident to, people and events in the reaches of the southern hemisphere. Edits as necessary. Coordinates efforts with contributors and the Managing Editor to achieve the goals and themes established for each issue of the magazine.

Charlotte Sinclaire
Production Editor

Responsible for the design and page layout of The Polar Times, based on themes, photos and articles chosen by the Managing Editor. Coordinates receipt and proofing of articles and graphics from all editors and works with Managing Editor to achieve final camera-ready product that will go to the printer. Liaisons with printer as necessary.

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Peter Anderson
Billy-Ace Penguin Baker, RMC, USN (Ret.)
Brian Shoemaker, USN (Ret.)